Average Company Accountant salary in Leicester

Company AccountantHealthcare Sector | North Leicestershire£55,000 – £65,000 + Bonus (DOE)Our client is a highly regarded, award-winning organisation operating within the Healthcare sector, with a growing network of over 20 facilities across the UK. Their Head Office is ideally located in North Leicestershire, offering excellent accessibility.As part of the company’s continued expansion, NRG has been appointed to support the recruitment of a Company Accountant to join this dynamic and forward-thinking group.Reporting directly to the Finance & Operations Director, this is a pivotal, hands-on role with day-to-day ownership of the company’s accounting function, alongside leadership responsibility across Finance and Payroll.The RoleKey responsibilities will include:Supporting the day-to-day leadership of the Finance and Payroll functions across the groupProducing monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis for DirectorsPreparing and posting month-end journals, and maintaining prepayments and accrualsFull maintenance of the fixed asset registerReviewing and enhancing KPIs and management information to support business performanceManaging company bank accounts, overseeing cash flow and liquidityProducing detailed cashflow forecastsEnsuring robust credit control processes and management of direct debitsCompleting balance sheet and bank reconciliationsHandling intercompany accounting, recharges and balance clearingOversight responsibility for offshore teams covering Purchase, Sales and General LedgersMonitoring weekly and monthly payrolls (PAYE) for up to 2,500 employeesProviding ad hoc financial support and analysis to the Finance & Operations Directors to help drive business improvementThe Ideal CandidateFormally qualified (AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with 3–5 years’ experience in a similar roleQBE or Part Qualified candidates will also be considered where relevant experience is clearly demonstratedStrong IT skills, particularly Excel (including Pivot Tables and Lookups)Experience of Sage Line 50 / Sage Line 200 and Sage Payroll is highly desirablePrevious experience within Healthcare, Care Homes, Private Hospitals or similar regulated environments would be a significant advantageHands-on, commercially minded and confident working closely with senior stakeholdersThe PackageIn return, this role offers a varied, challenging and progressive opportunity within a growing organisation, with a competitive package of:£55,000 – £65,000 basic salary (DOE)Annual bonusExcellent benefits and long-term career development potential

This is a newly created Financial Accountant position to support with company growth and would suit a part or finalist level qualified Accountant. Client DetailsThis opportunity is with a well-established organisation based in South Leicestershire. Due to recent growth over the past couple of years, they are now looking to add a Financial Accountant to their team. They offer a hybrid, flexible approach to working with flexible working hours and options to work from home. DescriptionThe Financial Accountant's duties will include but is not limited to:Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies as required.Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making processes.Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist with tax returns and audits.Monitor cash flow and provide regular updates to senior management.Support the budgeting and forecasting processes to achieve financial objectives.Identify process improvements to streamline financial reporting and operations.ProfileA successful Financial Accountant should have:A recognised or part qualification in accounting, such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards and tax regulations.Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.Effective communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.Job OfferCompetitive salary up to £50,000 per annum (doe).Study support available for ACCA / CIMA studier.2 days home working from the outset, with flexible working opportunities.Permanent role with opportunities for career growth.Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Your New Company:We are supporting a well-established, highly reputable engineering and manufacturing business now part of a larger international group. Operating at the forefront of its sector, the business has a strong heritage of innovation and quality and is currently entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation as part of a global organisation.This is a fantastic opportunity for a recently qualified Management Accountant to join the finance team at a pivotal time, contributing to both day-to-day financial operations and wider business initiatives.Your New Role:Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will join an established team of three, becoming a key member of a collaborative finance function. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys driving improvements and adding value.Key responsibilities will include:Preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysisSupporting budgeting and forecasting processesBalance sheet reconciliations and financial controlsSupporting month-end and year-end close processesPartnering with operational teams to provide financial insightIdentifying process improvements and driving efficienciesSupporting compliance and audit activity (including SOX where applicable)What you'll need to succeedRecently qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Strong grounding in management accounting principlesAdvanced Excel skills (essential)Experience using ERP Systems - SAP (highly desirable)Understanding of SOX controls (advantageous but not essential)Proactive, hands-on approach with a solution-focused mindsetStrong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionallyComfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environmentExperience working within an international business or supporting global markets (ideal not essential)What you'll get in returnJoin a business with a strong reputation and global backingBe part of an exciting growth journeyWork within a supportive and collaborative finance teamOpportunity to make a tangible impact and drive improvementsCompetitive salary and bonus packageWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk